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Becoming a virtual assistant isn’t a cup of tea, but with the right guidance, lots of research, consistency, and persistence your business will soar. Are you ready to become a virtual assistant? Here are a few things to mull over.

Do You Really Want to Become A Virtual Assistant?

What Can You Do As a Virtual Assistant?

How Fast Do You Wish to Get Started As a VA?

How Can You Get A Work Portfolio Up & Going?

How Do You Locate Clients Online?

Consider the Legal Requirements

Do You Really Want to Become A Virtual Assistant?

Start putting things down on paper and highlight a few reasons why becoming a virtual assistant is the best option for you and your family (if you have dependents).

WHAT CAN YOU DO? ARE YOU WILLING TO LEARN? What are you good at? At your

previous employment, what did you do? There are so many services you can offer online, so make a list of things you’re skilled at.

HOW FAST DO YOU WISH TO GET STARTED?

If you prefer to learn a marketable skill or how to become a VA using structured and organized

information, buy a course.

Books are cheaper and more detailed than courses. However, you might not learn what you need as fast as

you need to.

Are you hungry to become a virtual assistant? If you are, taking a course or reading books that directly address becoming a virtual assistant is a great way to start.

Courses

Books

GET A WORK PORTFOLIO UP AND GOING

A portfolio does not have to be a literal portfolio held in hand, but it could be a few samples of previously done work. If you don’t have a portfolio to showcase your talent and expertise, I suggest you get started now. Here are a few things you can do to build a portfolio:

Get Some Practice

Give Something Free for References

Get a Website

HOW TO LOCATE CLIENTS FOR YOUR VIRTUAL ASSISTANT

BUSINESS

Opportunities are endless. There are so many different platforms affording virtual nomads the opportunity to network and find prospects. Here are a few.

BEAR IN MIND THE LEGAL ASPECTS OF THINGS

If you want to learn more about the legal aspects of becoming a virtual assistant, I’d advise that you consult a legal professional who’ll be able to provide clear-cut information on legal matters in your country or state.

FOR FURTHER READING

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